A Brimful of Asha

See it if you enjoy fresh new comedies with an excellent script and unconventional actors. Such a treat! We couldn't stop laughing.

Don't see it if You need pomp and a big production.

See it if You are a first generation American and know the struggles of dealing with parents from a different culture

Don't see it if You prefer a full cast and show rather than a casual conversation between a mother and son

See it if you like hearing amusing dialogue about getting married from a traditional Indian mother and a modern-minded son that makes you LOL!!!

Don't see it if you don't find conversations about intergenerational issues within families interesting!

See it if you want to see something semi-spontaneously performed; enjoy being a part of the show

Don't see it if you want scripted and professional only acting; don't care to learn about other cultural experiences

Also Ravi and his (real-life) mother, Asha, welcomed us to the theatre and served samosas and chai tea to bring into the theatre, like they were welcoming you into their home! Very charming and set the tone beautifully.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see an endearing show about the relationship between a mother and son. The authentic camaraderie between them fills the theater.

Don't see it if you don't like shows that consist of the actors narrating a story, or if you have difficulty understanding foreign accents.

See it if You want to see a wonderful heartfelt show that will have you laughing all evening.

Don't see it if You aren’t lucky enough to score a ticket to this gem.

Also Not a lot of shows have a rating around “90" so I was certainly wondering – Is it really that good? Yup. It is. Don’t go after eating a big meal and don’t go too late. They feed you snacks before the performance and you want to get there in time to eat and socialize.

I was greeted by the actors, who honestly seemed more like friends that I haven’t seen in a while. The mother and son team wove a wonderful tale, and as they told it we all felt as if we were in their home, sitting on their couch, drinking their tea, and having a wonderful time. They connected with each and every member of the audience and as I left I felt like someone had just given me a hug.

They’ve done special here. Don’t miss it.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to laugh at an ethnic mother son relationship

Don't see it if Your planning on a serious play with redeeming values

See it if you want to laugh and have a good time. It was funny, charming and engaging throughout

Don't see it if you're not interested in a true tale of arranged marriage in India

See it if You have any interest in cultural clashes between mother and son. This delightful duo banters for the entire show and its really hilarious.

Don't see it if You have no heart or interest in Indian culture. Its a sweet discourse - not a play in the usual sense - and its very charming and funny. Go

See it if you want to be drawn into 'real' dramatization of a families multicultural, multigenerational story.

Don't see it if You want fancy sets, a typical story line

See it if You like to explore other cultures, or even just a typical mom and son relationship. If you want more reality than typical storytelling.

Don't see it if If a stand up comedy set up does not interest you.

Also I wish they did not just dwell too much to just one story of parents getting their sons wove.... Read more Read less

See it if You like the most absorbing, heart-warming, honest and passionate performances in NY today by two surprising performers, a mother and son;

Don't see it if You want shallow, boring, insignificant, predictible shows!

Also This is a must see- run,don't walk, to get tickets show! Surprising, heart moving, compelling laugh-filled tale of the love between a mother and son! Only 4 performances left and you must not miss this! I didn't expect what I found and now I want everyone I know, my partners, my children, my parents, my friends -- everyone must see this! A one-of-a-kind piece of theater that will stay with you for a very long time!... Read more Read less

See it if You want to laugh for an hour and a half straight (with a few heartwarming moments here and there too) because of a hilarious mother/son duo

Don't see it if You dislike indian culture and possible accents

Also This show is a must-see before they leave at the end of July!! They even serve complimentary samosas and chai before the show while you listen to some awesome Bollywood tunes!! And the duo themselves are there to welcome you to the show. This show is such a gem, I wish they were in NY longer!!! I'd take everyone I know t go see them!!... Read more Read less

See it if you want a light, heartwarming, true comedy that will let you forget about the stress of the outside world for a while.

Don't see it if you need more action than two people telling you a great story. If you dislike plays based on truth.

Also This felt like one of the most genuine and welcoming pieces of performance that I've seen in a long time. The actors are in the lobby pre-show greeting everyone. There are vegetarian samosas and chai tea laid out for everyone to partake in. You're led into the theatre to be told a story by your new friends. And that's what they feel like. They want to tell you their story and make you laugh, make you wonder, and make you think. It's just lovely. It's not perfect and has a few lagging moments, but that's all part of its charm.... Read more Read less

See it if Delightfully engrossing. Must see if you are of a certain age, have unmarried children, any familiarity/friends or connectionto India.Or not

Don't see it if It is a light comedy, with actors hamming it up, good as they are. Dont see it if you have low tolerance for light comedy, ethnic in-jokes

See it if You like parent-child adult relationships dealing with change

Don't see it if You don't like family relationships

See it if You like two person conversation between grown son and mom, Indian Canadian culture

Don't see it if You don't like to listen to two people having a fun and interesting conversation, mom and son

See it if you want to feel touched and spoken to and charmed and warm and fuzzy. you want to see a spin on family drama. you like snacks.

Don't see it if you have no soul, you don't like snacks.

See it if you enjoy seeing a simple but funny and heartwarming conversation about generational culture clash

Don't see it if you are looking for something with more drama and action

See it if Very relatable --- about cultural and generational differences

Don't see it if No excuse not to see!

See it if You want a good laugh and are open to a completely different style of performance told from the heart with chai and samosas

Don't see it if Aren't open minded to other cultures

See it if you enjoy family stories, and particularly if your family's culture has a tradition of arranged marriages or if you know a bit about it.

Don't see it if you're looking for a big production - this is more like a one-man show, but in this case a man and his mom sharing a bit of family history.

See it if You're in the mood for a thoroughly charming evening of storytelling

Don't see it if You're looking for something more substantial

See it if You want to see a charming story of a cultural clash between a son and his non actor mother.

Don't see it if You prefer bigger stories or big production values. It's decidedly modest in scope.

See it if you enjoy stories of the nuance, complexity and struggle in life between different cultures.

Don't see it if you are looking for a classical play

Also accurately captures the struggles of South Asians growing up between Eastern and Western cultures.... Read more Read less